2004 Acura EL vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura EL weights approximately 377 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Skoda 110 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 1974 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL, 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, 2004 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | EL | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
