2007 Honda NSX vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 640 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | NSX | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
