2008 Rover 45 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 31 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 355 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, 2008 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 45 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
