1978 Skoda L vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1750 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
