2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 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 S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | S2000 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
