1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 121 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1981 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 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 121 | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
