1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 28 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, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Seville | A6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
