1989 Skoda L vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Cressida (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 291 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, 1981 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Skoda L | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
