1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 870 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
