1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 425 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 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Sidewinder | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
