1996 Holden Statesman vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L. 1996 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1974 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1974 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Statesman | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Statesman | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
