2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 23 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 500 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
