1994 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 386 kg more than 1994 Audi A4. 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A4. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1984 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
