1970 Honda N III vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,044 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda L weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | N III | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
