1996 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
