1986 Holden Drover vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Drover | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
