1978 Skoda L vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 642 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 Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | L | Impreza |
| 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
