1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | S-10 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
