1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Audi 4000
To start off, 1987 Audi 4000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 4000.
Because 1987 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Seville | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
