2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 945 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | SLK | 1202 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |