1979 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 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, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan 260 ZX | 1990 Skoda L | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | 260 ZX | L |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |