1978 Skoda L vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1645 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 Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
