1996 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 335 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 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Rasheen | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Rasheen | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
