1978 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
