2009 Acura TSX vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 28 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 1027 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, 2009 Acura TSX (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | TSX | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
