1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1025 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Caprice | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
