1978 Skoda L vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1098 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 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | L | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
