2002 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 605 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
