2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
