1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 30 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 147 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2604 mm |
