1995 Opel Corsa vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 22 kg more than 1984 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 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Corsa | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
