2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 24 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1015 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | RS6 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
