2005 Audi S4 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
