2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sportage | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
