2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 24 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), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 356 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1760 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Arnage | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
