1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 725 kg more than 1962 Skoda 1202. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SL | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
