2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 630 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 38 L |
