2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 641 kg more than 1982 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 FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 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 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | FR-V | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
