1973 Renault 15 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 140 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, 1973 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 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 | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
