1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 819 kg more than 1983 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 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Frontera | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
