1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1984 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 500 | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
