1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1974 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | 300 | 110 L |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3005 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |