1978 Skoda L vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 824 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
