2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1964 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 915 kg more than 1964 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda 1202. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1964 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Discovery | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
