1997 Honda Legend vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 845 kg more than 1983 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Legend | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
