2007 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 593 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
