1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 339 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Touran |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |