1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 570 kg more than 1984 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Coupe | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
