1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Skoda 1202. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 420 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
