2006 Honda Element vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 28 kg more than 1978 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Element | L |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |