1971 Renault 12 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 12 weights approximately 75 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, 1971 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 12 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 12 | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |
