1978 Skoda L vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 515 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 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
