1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1980 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 348 | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
