1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Skoda L is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 850 kg more than 1990 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Nomad | L |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
