1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 240 | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3005 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
