1995 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1979 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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-7 | 1979 Skoda L | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | RX-7 | L |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |