1986 Skoda L vs. 1986 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 1986 Skoda L and 1986 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,271 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Skoda L (57 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Skoda L weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Skoda L | 1986 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
