1985 Skoda L vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 445 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Skoda L | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | L | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |