1989 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | Praktik |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
