1995 Renault 19 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault 19 weights approximately 115 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 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault 19 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 19 | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
