2006 Lexus SC vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 662 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 1991 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lexus | Skoda |
| Model | SC | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
