2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 24 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | 350Z | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
