2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 556 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | 350Z | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
