2009 Audi TT vs. 1976 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi TT | 1976 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | TT | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |