2007 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 472 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, 2007 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 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 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
