1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
Model | 504 | L |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |