1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | Virage | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
