2007 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,121 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 1046 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
