1985 Skoda L vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 505 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | L | 118 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
