1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 790 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Eldorado | Century |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
