1998 BMW 318 vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1991 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 318 | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
