1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1984 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Seville | L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
