1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Seville | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
