1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 650 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Coupe | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
