1979 Skoda L vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 659 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Skoda L | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | L | V50 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |