1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 735 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 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Sentia | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Sentia | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
