2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
