1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1985 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 695 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
