1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
