1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Seville | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
