1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1977 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 190 | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
