2007 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 590 kg more than 1984 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 (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 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 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 828 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 |
