1994 Citroen XM vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 455 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 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | XM | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
