1996 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 117 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 885 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 |
