2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
