1978 Skoda L vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 385 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
