2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 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, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 636 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | CR-V | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1046 cc |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
