1996 Mitsubishi Challenger vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 1125 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 Mitsubishi Challenger (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Challenger | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
