2009 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S4 weights approximately 105 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | S4 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
