1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 760 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Coupe | Seville |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
