2008 BMW 120 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 BMW 120 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 120 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
