2001 Lotus Exige vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda L weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Exige | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Exige | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
