2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | FR-V | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
