2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 21 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1760 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 801 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Arnage | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
