2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1873 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Ram | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2410 mm |
