1999 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1990 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 318 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
