1978 Skoda L vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1295 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
