1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Skoda Montreux
To start off, 2001 Skoda Montreux is newer by 23 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 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Montreux. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Montreux.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Montreux, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Montreux. (310 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Montreux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Skoda Montreux | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Seville | Montreux |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
