1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 294 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Seville. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
