2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 32 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (51 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 238 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda S 110 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | SSR | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 31 L |
