1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 429 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Spirit | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
