1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 782 kg more than 1971 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Skoda Octavia 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 1971 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Seville | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
