2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Tigra | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
