1978 Skoda L vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 23 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), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 355 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | L | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| 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 | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
