1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 174 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 7734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 710 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 109.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 103.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |