1977 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 420 kg more than 1977 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1977 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1977 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
