2009 Audi TT vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 51 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | TT | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
