1978 Skoda L vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 700 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, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Skoda | Renault |
| Model | L | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
