2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1980 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Quattroporte | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
