1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Audi Fox
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi Fox would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 778 kg more than 1977 Audi Fox. 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi Fox. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1977 Audi Fox has manual transmission. 1977 Audi Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Audi Fox | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Seville | Fox |
Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |