2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 26 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1224 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (332 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Town & Country | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
