2007 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
