1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 761 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 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Firebird | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
