1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
