1990 Skoda L vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda L | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Skoda | Cadillac |
| Model | L | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
