1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 17 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), 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 435 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, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
