1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 31 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 368 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Seville. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Routan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1670 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3078 mm |