1990 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 865 kg more than 1979 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 SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SL | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
