1990 Skoda L vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Skoda L | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | L | Picnic |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |