2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | CTS | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1046 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
