1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 575 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Blazer | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
