1995 Rover 200 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 360 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 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 200 | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
