2004 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1972 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |
