1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Eldorado | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
