1978 Skoda L vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 480 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 Toyota Will (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Will |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
