1973 Skoda 110 L vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1974 Skoda S 110 R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Skoda S 110 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (51 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Skoda S 110 R should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Skoda S 110 R weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 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, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Skoda S 110 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Skoda 110 L | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | 110 L | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 31 L |
