2002 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 21 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 820 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, 2002 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
