1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Audi V8.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Seville | V8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
