2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 906 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
