1994 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 15 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 635 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, 1994 Audi A8 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A8 | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
