2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Exige | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
