1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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 Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | A6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
