2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Solstice | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Solstice | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
