2001 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 11 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 665 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.
Because 1990 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1990 Skoda L | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Diamante | L |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |