1976 Skoda 110 L vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Skoda 110 L.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Skoda 110 L. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1976 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1976 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Skoda 110 L | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 L | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 66 L |
