1981 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1981 Cadillac DeVille and 1981 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
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. 1981 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1981 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1981 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac DeVille | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Golf |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
