1979 Skoda L vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 31 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 504 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Skoda L | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | L | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
