1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 805 kg more than 1987 Skoda L. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SL | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 885 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 |
