1983 Skoda L vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 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, 1978 Toyota Tercel (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
