1969 Skoda 110 L vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Skoda 110 L | 1978 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 L | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
