2000 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 10 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 580 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, 2000 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 320 | 1990 Skoda L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 320 | L |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 1465 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |