1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
