1993 Lancia Delta vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Delta weights approximately 480 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Delta | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Delta | L |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
