1978 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS

To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Because 1978 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 1978 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Buick Estate 2009 Cadillac BLS
Make Buick Cadillac
Model Estate BLS
Year Released 1978 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 153 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.8 mm 74.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2680 mm


 

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