2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 25 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
