1978 Skoda L vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | L | B |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
