1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
