2005 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 316 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
