1978 Skoda L vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 727 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
