1988 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 784 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 80 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
