1978 Skoda L vs. 1969 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Skoda 110 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, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1969 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | L | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 31 L |
