1969 Audi Variant vs. 1981 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1981 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Variant | Seville |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
