1978 Skoda L vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX is newer by 18 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 795 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, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | L | SVX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
