1979 Skoda L vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 830 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Skoda L | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | L | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
