1974 Skoda S 110 R vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1974 Skoda S 110 R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB 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) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Skoda S 110 R should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Skoda S 110 R weights approximately 53 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Skoda S 110 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Skoda S 110 R | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | S 110 R | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
