2001 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1987 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
