1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1969 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 237 kg more than 1969 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 1969 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Esprit | 110 L |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 31 L |