1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (101 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 88 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
