1985 Cadillac Cimarron vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Cimarron would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (297 Nm). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Cimarron | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Cimarron | V8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
