1991 Porsche 965 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 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 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 965 | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
