2009 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1978 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 A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
