2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1192 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Discovery | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
