2001 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1981 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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 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 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A8 | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2410 mm |
