1990 Skoda L vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 19 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda L | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Citi |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
