1979 Buick Century vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
