1988 Peugeot 505 vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 505 | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 505 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
