2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 365 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Mobilio | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
