1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 28 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, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
