1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 815 kg more than 1979 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Fleetwood | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
