1985 Skoda L vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 260 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Corona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
