2006 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 28 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1978 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 A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
