1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
