1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Audi R8.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | R8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |
