1983 Skoda L vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | L | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
