2007 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit 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 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Skoda Favorit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | S4 | Favorit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
