2005 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Skoda 110 L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
