2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Discovery | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
