2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 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 |
