2003 MCC ForTwo vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1985 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForTwo | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | MCC | Skoda |
| Model | ForTwo | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
