1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 865 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Eldorado | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 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 |
