2006 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda S2000 | 1986 Skoda L | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | S2000 | L |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |