2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 665 kg more than 1973 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Freelander | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
