1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Prelude | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
