2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 22 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ducato | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
