1982 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 700 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 80 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | 80 | Seville |
Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |