1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 805 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Eldorado | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
