1971 Honda Life vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Life | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
