2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 864 kg more than 1984 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1984 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1984 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1804 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |