2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | LR2 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |