1988 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1989 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L. 1988 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 525 | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
