1986 Honda Accord vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Skoda 1200 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 1953 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord, 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, 1986 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | 1200 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |