2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Defender | 1202 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |