2007 BMW 116 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 22 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 315 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 116 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
