2005 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Skoda L weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1991 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 1991 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1991 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
