2006 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 693 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
