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 |