1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Seville | A4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
