1997 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 485 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | NSX | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
