1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW Z1 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | Z1 | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
