1996 Renault Spider vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 165 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 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Spider | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Spider | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
