1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
