1978 Skoda L vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 375 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Corona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
