1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 471 kg more than 1979 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 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Nubira | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
