1978 Skoda L vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 567 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 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 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 850 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | L | 850 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
