2004 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 101 L |
