1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
