1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,777 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 725 kg more than 1985 Skoda 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SE | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
