1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 240 | L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
