1978 Skoda L vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 12 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 470 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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Skoda | Venturi |
| Model | L | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
