1978 Skoda L vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 715 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | L | S40 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
