1998 Lada 111 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada 111 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 111 weights approximately 220 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 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 111 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | 111 | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
