1978 Skoda L vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1005 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
