1991 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia. 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 Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Fabia |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2449 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |