2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 17 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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ducato | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1221 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
