1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Azure | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
