1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | CC |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2708 mm |