2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 23 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 527 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | G6 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
