1978 Skoda L vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 565 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 Vauxhall Zafira (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | L | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
