1994 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Skoda L weights approximately 157 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 74 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | AX | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
