1978 Renault 4 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda L weights approximately 113 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 4 | L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
