1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | Seville | Octavia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |