1980 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |