1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
