1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 470 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Space Wagon | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
