1979 Skoda L vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 29 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 807 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Skoda L | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | L | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
