1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
