1990 Skoda L vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 20 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 465 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda L | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Mazda |
| Model | L | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
