1988 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 475 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1979 Skoda L | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Legend | L |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |