1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 930 kg more than 2003 Audi TT. 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | TT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 55 L |
