1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 38 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 673 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Buick Verano, 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Eldorado | Verano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 57 L |
