1975 Skoda 110 L vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1975 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 525 kg more than 1975 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Skoda 110 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 1975 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Skoda 110 L. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1975 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1975 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Skoda 110 L | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | 110 L | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
