1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 565 kg more than 1987 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1987 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1987 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Step Wagon | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
