2008 Skoda Fabia vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Fabia | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |