1997 Audi A8 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1982 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 A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A8 | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 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 | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
