2009 Honda Element vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 304 kg more than 1977 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Element | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| 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 Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
