1979 Skoda L vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Skoda L | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Skoda | Holden |
| Model | L | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
