1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1982 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 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Azure | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
