1978 Skoda L vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 455 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
