2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 570 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Premacy (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Premacy | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Premacy | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
