2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1807 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Range Rover | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
