1978 Skoda L vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 32 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 504 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | L | Quest |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
