1978 Skoda L vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 531 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | L | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
