1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 580 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Caravan | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
