2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 19 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 747 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, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Intrepid | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
