2002 Skoda Superb vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Superb | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Superb | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
