1978 Skoda L vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 719 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
