2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 17 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 505 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | S-MX | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
