1981 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1981 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
