1978 Skoda L vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 765 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | L | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
