2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1981 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 Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Odyssey | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
