2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 645 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
