1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 995 kg more than 1977 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | V8 Zagato | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 38 L |
