1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 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 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 141 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
