1998 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 20 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | NSX | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
