1978 Skoda L vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 575 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 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
