1990 BMW 316 vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1991 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 316 | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
