2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 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 CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | CR-V | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 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 | 218 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
