1978 Skoda L vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 985 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Skoda L | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | L | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |