1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 705 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Dakota | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
