1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Eldorado | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
