2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 557 kg more than 1992 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1992 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1992 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Frontier | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
