1999 Peugeot 806 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 806 is newer by 18 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 620 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, 1999 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 806 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 806 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
