1990 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
