1993 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1993 Audi Coupe is newer by 12 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 12 more horse power than 1993 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Audi Coupe. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi Coupe. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1993 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1993 Audi Coupe 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:
| 1993 Audi Coupe | 1981 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Coupe | Seville |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
