1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Coupe | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
