1978 Skoda L vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 28 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1299 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | L | Navara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
