2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 668 kg more than 1969 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | STS | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |