2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 20 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 343 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 285 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | TSO | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
