2006 Audi A3 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 507 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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A3 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
