2002 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1175 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Bravada | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
