1985 Skoda L vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1251 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Skoda L | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
Model | L | Colorado |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |