1995 Audi A8 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 1983 Skoda L | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A8 | L |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 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 |