1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 760 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Camaro | L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
