1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1982 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | DeVille | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |
