1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 20 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 880 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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Eldorado | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
