2001 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 18 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 785 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Aceca | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
