1981 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1985 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1985 Skoda L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 525 | L |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |