2008 Saturn Outlook vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saturn Outlook (373 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Outlook | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Saturn | Skoda |
| Model | Outlook | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
