1998 BMW 318 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 535 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 318 | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
