1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 21 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (85 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 1029 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, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Satellite | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Satellite | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
