1993 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 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 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Verada | L |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
