1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 19 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 560 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, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Malibu | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
