1985 Audi 200 vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 880 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 200 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 8187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 101 L |
