2007 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1985 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
