1980 Skoda L vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1980 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Skoda L | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | L | V8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
