1979 Skoda L vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 30 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1487 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Skoda L | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
