1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda S 110 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda S 110 R would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 590 more horse power than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (51 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 217 kg more than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1974 Skoda S 110 R has manual transmission. 1974 Skoda S 110 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Sidewinder | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
