1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Toyota | Skoda |
Model | Land Cruiser | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |