2005 Audi TT vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Audi TT 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 570 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | TT | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
