1986 Honda Prelude vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Prelude weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Prelude | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
