1978 Skoda L vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 475 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, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | L | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
