2003 Acura CL vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 755 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | CL | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
