2005 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
