1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 339 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Bora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
