1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1985 Skoda L.
Because 1985 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 204 | L |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
