1977 Skoda L vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 611 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Skoda L | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Passat |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
