1985 Skoda L vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1671 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 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3221 mm |
