1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 135 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 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Sentra | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Sentra | L |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |