2001 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1715 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A8 | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
