1997 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 20 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 615 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, 1997 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
