1978 Skoda L vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1459 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | L | Titan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 106 L |
