1975 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
