1987 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1987 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 80 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
