2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 19 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 369 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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Cavalier | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
