1978 Skoda L vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1177 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | L | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
