1998 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 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, 1998 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | L |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |