2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 645 kg more than 1990 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | Cayman | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1221 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
