1978 Skoda L vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 2 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 39 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | L | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
