2005 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
