1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 643 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Routan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 78 L |