1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1393 kg more than 1983 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | 62 | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
