1996 Honda CRX vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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 CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | CRX | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
