1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1974 Skoda 110 L is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 220 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |
