1980 Buick Estate vs. 1975 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Calais (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 294 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1975 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Estate | Calais |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
