1978 Skoda L vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 672 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Skoda L | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Skoda | Honda |
Model | L | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |