1995 Rover 400 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 400 weights approximately 295 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 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 400 | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 400 | L |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |