1966 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 257 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Cobra | L |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
