1978 Skoda L vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V70 weights approximately 773 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | L | V70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
