2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 855 kg more than 1983 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Trans Sport | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
