1986 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 644 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 80 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
