1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 485 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Prelude | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
