1979 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Skoda L is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1991 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.
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1979 Maserati Quattroporte | 1991 Skoda L | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | Quattroporte | L |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |