1992 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Skoda L

To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 495 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.

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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 320 1990 Skoda L
Make BMW Skoda
Model 320 L
Year Released 1992 1990
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1990 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2410 mm


 

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