1979 Skoda L vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1068 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 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Skoda L | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | L | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
