1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 675 kg more than 1986 Skoda 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | S | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
