1990 Skoda L vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 17 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1138 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda L | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | L | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
