1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 621 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 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Pickup | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
