2004 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
