2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 295 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 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 6 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
