1978 Skoda L vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 430 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 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Golf |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
