1992 BMW 525 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 14 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 735 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 525 | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
