1971 Skoda 110 L vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Skoda 110 L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Skoda 110 L | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 L | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
