2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 665 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 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Vectra | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
