2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 687 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
