1978 Skoda L vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 1215 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Skoda L | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Skoda | Tata |
Model | L | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |