1993 Plymouth Colt vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Colt | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Colt | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
