1978 Skoda L vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 744 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | L | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
