1978 Skoda L vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 15 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 535 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
