1983 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 325 | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
