2005 Seat Toledo vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 446 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 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Toledo | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Toledo | L |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1271 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |