2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 934 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2002 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
