1981 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 486 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1992 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
