1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1910 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Skoda |
| Model | Corniche | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
