2006 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
