2007 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6030 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
