1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 230 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
