1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 37 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Buick Enclave.
Because 1974 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave, 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Eldorado | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 83 L |
