2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 885 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 |
