1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Golf |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
