1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 595 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 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 993 | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
