1991 Skoda L vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Skoda L is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Skoda L weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Skoda L | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
