1995 Lancia Dedra vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Lancia Dedra is newer by 17 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 345 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, 1995 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Dedra | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Dedra | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
