1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L

To start off, 1974 Skoda 110 L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 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 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Porsche 911 1974 Skoda 110 L
Make Porsche Skoda
Model 911 110 L
Year Released 1972 1974
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 2687 cc 995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 68.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70.4 mm 68 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 31 L


 

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