2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 765 kg more than 1981 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 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Tribute | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
