1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 885 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 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | LS | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
