1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 280 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 Mazda 323 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 323 | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
