1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Freelander | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
