1978 Skoda L vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 555 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | L | Viscount |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
