2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 350 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Lancer | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
