2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1842 kg more than 1979 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Escalade | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
