1981 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 635 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 1997 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. 1997 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1997 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
