2002 Lada 2123 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 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 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | 2123 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
