1977 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1977 Buick Electra 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 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |