1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | Seville | Octavia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |