2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1747 kg more than 1981 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Range Rover Sport | L |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 2572 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |