1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 40 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Eldorado | Q5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |