1989 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 495 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 100 | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
