1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 744 kg more than 1984 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 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
