2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 715 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Frontier | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
