2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1636 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | LR3 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |
