1990 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 584 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1985 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
