2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 21 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 188 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, 1985 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Spark | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
