2009 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 858 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |