2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 618 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Tribute | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
