1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1984 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 450 | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
