1990 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Legend | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |