2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda S 110 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda S 110 R would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (51 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1868 kg more than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda S 110 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Discovery | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 31 L |
