1990 Skoda L vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Skoda L weights approximately 65 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1990 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda L | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
