1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 675 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 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 993 | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
