1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Eldorado | A4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |