2007 Audi S4 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1979 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | S4 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
