2005 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Audi A6 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1988 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
