1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 815 kg more than 1976 Skoda 110 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 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 31 L |
