1988 Renault 4 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Renault 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. 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 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 4 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 4 | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
