1988 Audi 90 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Audi 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 90 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 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, 1988 Audi 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 90 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 90 | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 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 |
