1978 Skoda L vs. 2011 Tata Safari

To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 33 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1095 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Skoda L 2011 Tata Safari
Make Skoda Tata
Model L Safari
Year Released 1978 2011
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1046 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 825 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2660 mm


 

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