1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1985 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | 6000 | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
