2008 Honda Element vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 24 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Element | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| 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 | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
