2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1971 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Range Rover | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 30 L |
