1998 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 609 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 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 325 | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
