1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 401 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Polo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 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 | 1269 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |