1974 Skoda 110 L vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1974 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Skoda 110 L | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 110 L | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
