2003 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 22 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 837 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
