1978 Skoda L vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 425 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
