1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 455 kg more than 1997 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Golf |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |