1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 23 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
