1979 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2004 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 11 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2004 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2940 mm |
