2009 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 30 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 630 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1455 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
