2008 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 29 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 335 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
