1978 Skoda L vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1130 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 Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | L | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |