1978 Skoda L vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 24 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1330 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | L | X5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |
