1998 Acura NSX vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 15 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura NSX weights approximately 635 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | NSX | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
