1978 Skoda L vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1917 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Skoda | Lincoln |
| Model | L | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 127 L |
