2004 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | Seville |
Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |