2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1879 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Skoda L | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Discovery | L |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |