2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 436 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Express | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
