1985 Skoda L vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 405 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, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Skoda | Venturi |
| Model | L | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
