1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 22 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 424 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Cadillac Eldorado 1992 Buick Park Avenue
Make Cadillac Buick
Model Eldorado Park Avenue
Year Released 1970 1992
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8192 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 244 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 744 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 5240 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2820 mm


 

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