2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1987 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Defender | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2410 mm |
