2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1707 kg more than 1955 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Range Rover | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 641 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |