1987 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 80 | L |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
