2007 GMC Envoy vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 18 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L.
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 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L. 2007 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Envoy | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
