1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 845 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1978 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1978 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1978 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |