1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 665 kg more than 1986 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Commodore | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
