1978 Skoda L vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 16 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 480 weights approximately 175 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, 1994 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | L | 480 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
