1999 Renault Espace vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 699 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 Renault Espace (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Espace | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
