1986 Skoda L vs. 1976 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1976 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Skoda L weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Skoda 110 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 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Skoda L | 1976 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | L | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
