1991 Nissan Vanette vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 605 kg more than 1978 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Vanette | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Vanette | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2410 mm |
