1990 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 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 71 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Legend | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |