1977 Skoda L vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 249 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Skoda L | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
