1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 548 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1991 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1991 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Cadillac Seville | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |