2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 983 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | 300 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
