1989 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 725 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80. 1997 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1997 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 80 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
