2006 Renault Espace vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 1020 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Espace | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
