1979 Buick Estate vs. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1979 Buick Estate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 8192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |