2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
