1978 Skoda L vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 820 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Skoda | Citroen |
| Model | L | C8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
