2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
