1994 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 466 kg more than 1969 Skoda 110 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | 1969 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | E | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
