1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1987 Skoda L is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 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 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 914 | L |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
