2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 862 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1984 Skoda L | |
Make | Alpina | Skoda |
Model | B 10 | L |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |