2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 23 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 265 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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Prizm | L |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |