1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1984 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 308 | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
