1978 Skoda L vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 390 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 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1215 kg |
