1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 136 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Seville | A3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
