1978 Skoda L vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 756 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 177 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 807 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Skoda | TVR |
| Model | L | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
