2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 636 kg more than 1983 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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Odyssey | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
