2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Skoda L

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 910 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Porsche 911 1978 Skoda L
Make Porsche Skoda
Model 911 L
Year Released 2006 1978
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3589 cc 1046 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 414 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 68.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 38 L