1985 Skoda L vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Exige weights approximately 19 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Skoda | Lotus |
| Model | L | Exige |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2299 mm |
