2009 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 5,998 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1170 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 A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A8 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
