1978 Skoda L vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1455 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 925 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | L | CL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
