1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Transporter |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |