1999 Rover 800 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Rover 800 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 800 weights approximately 610 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 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rover 800 | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 800 | L |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |