1978 Skoda L vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru DL weights approximately 115 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, 1979 Subaru DL (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | L | DL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
