2004 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1982 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 A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
