1978 Skoda L vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 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 Toyota Corolla (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
