1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 18 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 385 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
