1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 655 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Skoda L 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 1989 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L. 1990 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Skoda L | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | DeVille | L |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |