1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 715 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, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | DeVille | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
