1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Skoda L

To start off, 1991 Skoda L is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 517 kg more than 1991 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Chevrolet Corvette 1991 Skoda L
Make Chevrolet Skoda
Model Corvette L
Year Released 1969 1991
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5733 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1402 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2410 mm


 

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