2000 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 22 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1145 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | X5 | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
