1978 Skoda L vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 405 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 Volkswagen Beetle (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
