2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | CTS | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |