2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | Z4 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
