1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 702 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Skoda Octavia 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 1970 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Seville | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
