1996 Peugeot 205 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 205 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda L weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 205 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 205 | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
