2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 615 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Skoda L | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | L |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |