1970 Audi Variant vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | Variant | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
