1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1982 Audi 4000
To start off, 1982 Audi 4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 4000.
Because 1982 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1982 Audi 4000 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Seville | 4000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |