2000 BMW 316 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 573 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 316 | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
