1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 134 kg more than 1982 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
