1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (264 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
