2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 26 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 794 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Lumina | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
