1989 Skoda L vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 280 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, 1984 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Skoda L | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
