1980 Audi Sport vs. 1989 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 566 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Seville. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1989 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | Sport | Seville |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |