2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 20 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 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Charade | L |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |