1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 1987 Cadillac Eldorado and 1987 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 89 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Cadillac Eldorado 1987 Volkswagen Polo
Make Cadillac Volkswagen
Model Eldorado Polo
Year Released 1987 1987
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4080 cc 1043 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 770 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2340 mm


 

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