1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 1 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 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 400 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1985 Skoda L | |
Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
Model | 208 | L |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |