1978 Skoda L vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 35 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1661 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | L | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 119 L |
