1984 Audi 90 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 90 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
