1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 29 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |