2005 Honda Insight vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 20 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 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 45 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 1985 Skoda L | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Insight | L |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 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 |