1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 556 kg more than 1979 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 Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Prelude | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
