2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Charger | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
