1978 Skoda L vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 720 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
