1989 Skoda L vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda L (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 3 kg more than 1989 Skoda L.
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, 1974 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Skoda L | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | L | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
