1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 698 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
