1978 Skoda L vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 114 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 Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 Paseo | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
