2004 Honda Insight vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight.
Because 1985 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 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, 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, 1985 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Insight | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
