1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Jetta |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |