2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1702 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Escalade | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
