1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Land Rover 109 (67 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 109 | L |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
