1992 Skoda L vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Skoda L | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | L | Celica |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |