1978 Renault Siete vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,044 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda L weights approximately 9 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Siete | L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
