1994 Nissan Laurel vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 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, 1994 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 1994 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Laurel | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Laurel | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
