1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 28 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, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 956 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | GTI |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
