1991 BMW 518 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 518 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 518 | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
