1989 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1981 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 90 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
