1970 Skoda 110 L vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Skoda 110 L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1970 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1970 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda 110 L | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | 110 L | A8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
