1999 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
