1985 Skoda L vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 58 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
