2009 Audi A8 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1977 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 A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A8 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
