1985 Skoda L vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 565 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | L | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
