2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1991 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 550 kg more than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1991 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Freelander | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
