1999 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 1999 Audi A4, 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 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 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:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
