2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (165 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 1160 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 Pontiac G6 (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | G6 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
