1998 Honda Prelude vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 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 Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Prelude | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Prelude | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 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 |
