1978 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1990 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100. 1990 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1978 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1978 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1990 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
