1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Skoda L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Skoda L 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 1992 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude, 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Prelude | 1992 Skoda L | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Prelude | L |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |