2006 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
