1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Passat |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |