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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 121 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 810 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 290 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 | 2698 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
