2004 Audi S4 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 937 kg more than 1984 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | S4 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
