1978 Skoda L vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (105 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 402 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Bora |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
