2007 BMW 118 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 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 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 118 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 885 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 |
