1978 Skoda L vs. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 17 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 965 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, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
