1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 387 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 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 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
