2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 304 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | CR-V | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 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 |
