1978 Skoda L vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 965 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 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Venza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| 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 | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
