1985 Skoda L vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 6 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), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 411 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Skoda | Venturi |
| Model | L | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1296 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 |
