2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 764 kg more than 1985 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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Lumina | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
