1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda S 110 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda S 110 R would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (51 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. 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 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda S 110 R.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | 250 | S 110 R |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |